Question:
Jim, I curious about 100% TDIU and what happens when I turn 70. Does it become P and T since this eliminates taxes in New Jersey.
Jim's Reply:
Your 70th birthday won't make your TDIU permanent if it isn't already. To be honest, it's unusual for a 70 year old to have had a temporary rating for any length of time but it happens. Mental health ratings are particularly difficult to transition from a temporary to a permanent status.
I understand how much this could mean to you in terms of saving some tax money so I think you should be sure that you aren't already permanently rated. All too often I hear from a veteran who thinks he's held a temporary rating for years only to learn that it was permanent. Go into your eBenefits account and explore to see if you can make changes to your benefits letter that would show your permanent 100% rating.
Otherwise, wait until your next scheduled C & P exam and ask the examiner to recommend a permanent rating. Good luck!